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Review
. 2002 Dec;29(10):492-6.
doi: 10.12968/denu.2002.29.10.492.

Potential hazards of orthodontic treatment--what your patient should know

Pamela E Ellis  1 , Philip E Benson
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Review

Potential hazards of orthodontic treatment--what your patient should know

Pamela E Ellis et al. Dent Update. 2002 Dec.

Abstract

Orthodontic treatment carries with it the risks of tissue damage, treatment failure and an increased predisposition to dental disorders. The dentist must be aware of these risks in order to help the patient make a fully informed choice whether to proceed with orthodontic treatment. This paper outlines the potential hazards and suggests how they may be avoided or minimized.

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